Upasana dance studio, one of the famous dance schools in Kuwait, conducted Arangettam 2017 on 7 April at American International School, Hawally. Chief Guest for the evening, Vineeth Radhakrishnan (renowned dancer and south Indian actor) inaugurated the function by lighting the traditional lamp. Dr. Methil Devika (Classical Dancer, Scholar and Upasana Consultant), Prathibha Menon (Director, Upasana) and Murali Menon joined him.

The guests for the evening wished the students the very best for their debut classical presentation. A souvenir was released by Radhakrishnan at the function. The performances of the students were accompanied by live music from Vasudevan Namboothiri (Upasana faculty) on Nattuvangam, Kottayam Jamaneesh Bhagavathar on vocals, P.V.Anilkumar Vadakara on Mridangam, Murali Krishnan on Veena and Sri. Balamurali on violin.

Bharathanatyam. Mohiniyattam and Kuchipudi students at various branches of Upasana Studio delivered a stunning debut performance after years of rigorous training under the extraordinarily talented faculties Vasudevan Namboothiri and Kalamandalam Priyam Anand. The senior batch presented an elegant Mohiniyattam performance choreographed by their mentor Dr. Devika, showcasing the expertise they gained at Upasana Studio.

The spectacular performances of Upasanites, accompanied by live music, proved to be a memorable experience for the audience. Dr. Devika addressed the students, expressing her joy at witnessing such an effort by the Upasana team.